Lasers take the guesswork out of sags, clearances
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The laser range-finder provides power engineers with a powerful tool for transmission line measurements. This device is capable of making accurate assessments of built-in sags and spans, enabling engineers to uprate the lines to their maximum capacity.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 1995
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Survey vehicles carry GPS, lasers, video - the works
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An aircraft can be used to collect data from electric power lines provided it is equipped with the proper communications equipment. These equipment include, differential Global Positioning Systems, laser altimeters and color television cameras.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 1995
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Tension monitoring: direct route to dynamic rating
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Power engineers should conduct regular measurements of the tension in transmission lines. By observing this practice, they can make an accurate assessment of the dynamic rating of the power lines.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 1995
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